Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in June for the fourth consecutive month, following a two-month expansion preceded by 26 straight months of contraction, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.

An exclusive report on housing trends and the impact on woodworkers’ spending. The study also provides a 16-year perspective.

Woodchuck, a climate impact startup transforming waste into energy with advanced AI, today announced it has raised $3.75 million in seed funding led by an investor syndicate headed by Mason Fink. Additional partners include NorthStar Clean Energy, a CMS Energy company, Alloy Partners (formerly High Alpha Innovation) and Beckett Industries.

Thousands of products will be on display at the 2025 AWFS Fair to help woodworkers grow their businesses.

The AZEK Company has received approval from its shareholders for the proposed merger with James Hardie Industries.

Cabinet Makers Association has announced Michael Feuz, an economist from ITR Economics, as the opening keynote speaker for the CMA 2025 National Conference, which will be held October 1-3 in Detroit, Michigan. With over a decade at ITR and experience guiding tech startups, Feuz equips trade associations, manufacturers, distributors, and construction experts with insightful economic guidance.

Dorel Industries Inc. announced a substantial reduction in the size of its Home segment, including eliminating products and refocusing on profitable categories and shuttering manufacturing operations at its factory in Cornwall, Ontario.

EDINBURGH, Scotland — The International Sustainable Forestry Coalition (ISFC) welcomes a new member company in Mercer International.

Marvin has opened its newest manufacturing facility at 9820 Leavenworth Road in Kansas City, Kansas. The 400,000-square-foot facility will be an important hub for the manufacturing, fabrication and assembly of the company’s industry-leading fiberglass window and door solutions.

The National Preferred Partner designation is the result of David Weekley Homes’ 21st annual National Preferred Partner Survey, a comprehensive evaluation of field and manufacturing suppliers. The survey assesses companies on their performance in quality and customer service through a detailed system of feedback and evaluation. Out of 118 companies evaluated in 2025, only 20% earned the National Preferred Partner distinction.